Is the Pier going have a different shape or look different in any way?

This project will maintain both the Pier's current configuration and footprint. After its completion, the Pier will look similar to how it looks today, with improvements such as; updated decking, information boards, public art, drinking fountains with water bottle fillers, new classic coastal light poles capable of displaying banners and/or American flags, and utilities running the length of the Pier allowing for food, wine and other cultural events to be held.

The Pier, while still heavily used, is tired and damaged, with sections that are now 93 years old and showing their age. Had the City not moved forward with the project, the Pier would continue to deteriorate. It would be closed during most storm events or periods of high swell, and we would be unable to use it for events.

Historically, the weather has taken a toll on the Pier. In 1924 the Pier was rebuilt at its current location, and after storms in 1985, the Pier was rebuilt again with the iconic diamonds we love so much today.

This rehabilitation includes upgrading the existing timber piles with steel piles; cleaning and recoating the existing steel piles and steel pile caps; and replacing the timber braces, decking, and handrails. The Pismo Beach Pier is made up of approximately 382 timber piles and 115 steel piles. The deck area is 60,100 square feet and there are 2,840 feet of guard railing.

The Pier Rehabilitation Project is scheduled for completion in October 2018, approximately 8 months ahead of schedule! At this date, the pier is slated to be open for Clam Festival on October 20, 2018.

This project will maintain both the Pier's current configuration and footprint. After its completion, the Pier will look similar to how it looks today, with improvements such as; updated decking, information boards, public art, drinking fountains with water bottle fillers, new classic coastal light poles capable of displaying banners and/or American flags, and utilities running the length of the Pier allowing for food, wine and other cultural events to be held.